Ferry from Leros (Lakki) to Athens (Piraeus)

The run from Leros back to Athens is an overnight-scale journey, taking somewhere between about nine and a half and thirteen and a half hours depending on the ship and the number of island calls. Blue Star Ferries and Superfast Ferries work the route with conventional ferries including Blue Star 2, Blue Star Patmos and Lefka Ori. On the longer sailings a cabin or at least an aircraft-style reclining seat makes a real difference.

Piraeus is the port of Athens, a few kilometres southwest of the city centre and one of the busiest passenger ports in Europe. Arrivals step off into a sprawling working port with numbered gates running from E1 to E12, so it pays to note where you dock. The metro and suburban rail terminus is a short walk from most gates and runs straight into central Athens.

The route operates most days in season, with roughly ten crossings a fortnight. Current departure times and fares are listed in the timetable below. From Piraeus you can connect onwards across the Cyclades, Crete and the Saronic islands, or head into Athens for the airport.

Leros to Piraeus Ferry Fares

Weekly Leros to Piraeus Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

Hiring a car

Can you rent a car in Piraeus?

Yes, several agencies meet passengers directly at the ferry gates (E1 to E12), so there is no need to arrange transport into central Athens first. It suits travellers continuing on to the mainland rather than islanders, since central Athens is only 20 minutes away and has good metro and bus links. Compare local suppliers at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Leros to Piraeus between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Leros to Piraeus ferry

• Luggage trolleys are available at Piraeus and a few larger island ports; at smaller ports you carry your own bags from the car park to the gangway.
• Flexible or open tickets allow you to travel on any sailing within a validity window; useful for island-hopping itineraries when you are not certain of your schedule.
• On high-speed catamarans, seating is assigned; on conventional ferries it is often open plan – boarding early gives you the best choice of seats.
• If your ferry is cancelled, the operator is required to offer a refund or alternative sailing; head to the operator's quayside office immediately.
• Ferries from Piraeus depart from the main port of Athens, giving easy access to the Acropolis, the world-class Acropolis Museum, and the ancient Agora. The historic Plaka neighbourhood at the foot of the Acropolis hill, with its neoclassical lanes, Roman ruins, and traditional tavernas, is the most atmospheric place to spend time before or after your crossing.

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